Business Book Group Discussion for ‘Radical Candor’

Darien Library’s business book group will meet to discuss Kim Scott’s Radical Candor: How to Be a Kickass Boss Without Losing Your Humanity. The group will informally discuss the book from 6 — 6:45 p.m. on Wednesday, June 14 in the Conference Room, and then network over wine, beer, and light refreshments. This program requires registration. __________

— an announcement from Darien Library

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About the Book

Radical Candor is a simple idea: to be a good boss, you have to care personally at the same time that you challenge directly. When you challenge without caring it’s obnoxious aggression; when you care without challenging it’s ruinous empathy.

‘Town Hall’ Meeting with Rep. Terrie Wood & Finance Board Chair Zagrodzky

Starting Monday, June 12 in Rowayton, state Rep. Terrie Wood is holding several “Town Hall” meetings with the public to discuss the state budget “and other major legislative initiatives.” Here’s where and when each meeting will take place:

ROWAYTON
Monday, June 12
7:30 — 9 p.m.
Rowayton Community Center
33 Highland Ave., Rowayton

DARIEN
With Board of Finance Chairman Jon Zagrodzky
Tuesday, June 13
7:30 — 9 p.m.
Darien Library
1441 Post Road, Darien

NORWALK
With state Reps. Gail Lavielle and Fred Wilms
Thursday, June 15

6:30 — 8 p.m.
Norwalk Public Library
1 Belden Ave., Norwalk

DARIEN
With First Selectman Jayme Stevenson and Board of Finance Chairman Jon Zagrodzky
Saturday, June 17
9 — 10:30 a.m.
Darien Library
1441 Post Road, Darien

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— This is an announcement from state Rep. Terrie Wood, a Republican representing the 141st district, which covers nearly all of Darien and Rowayton in the state House of Representatives.

‘In and Out’ — Darien Library Pride Film Fest Feature

Darien Library’s “Pride Film Fest” continues with “In & Out” at 6:30 p.m. on Monday, June 12 in the library’s Community Room. Upon winning an Academy Award, actor Cameron Drake (Matt Dillon) honors his high school teacher, Howard Brackett (Kevin Kline), who he announces, before millions of viewers, is gay. This comes as news to Brackett’s parents (Wilford Brimley, Debbie Reynolds), his principal (Bob Newhart) and especially his fiancée (Joan Cusack). As a media blitz descends upon on his small Indiana town, Brackett attempts to convince everyone that he’s your average straight American male. This 1997 film features Kevin Kline, Joan Cusack, Matt Dillon, Debbie Reynolds, Wilford Brimley; Rated R; 108 minutes; Presented with Captions for the hearing impaired.

A Talk on ‘Bees, Butterflies and Beneficials’ Saturday at Darien Library

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A University of Connecticut master gardener will give a lecture Saturday, June 17 about the importance of pollinators and other insects in our gardens and what problems they face. Eric Frisk will speak from 2 to 4 p.m. in the Community Room at Darien Library. Planting meadows, pollinator gardens, and even a row of the right plants in our vegetable garden can assist the pollinators and attract other beneficial insects! __________

— an announcement from Darien Library

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About the Presenter
Eric Frisk is a UConn master gardener and master composter and owner of Growing with Nature, a sustainable food production and education company growing organic produce for the Food Pantry at Operation Hope in Fairfield. He has studied organic gardening with Master Gardener Nick Mancini and Yale Farm manager Daniel McPhee.

Join Darien Library for a Field Trip to Yale’s Peabody Museum Weds, June 21

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Join the Darien Library for a guided tour of Yale’s Peabody Museum from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Wednesday, June 21 (register early). The trip includes a special class on dinosaurs after the tour. __________

— an announcement from Darien Library

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Field trip attendees will meet the librarians at Yale Peabody Museum in New Haven, Connecticut at 10:30 a.m.

Parking for Yale’s Peabody Museum costs $5.00 per car. Families with children in grades K-6. Please individually register each member of the family who plans to attend this program.

‘The Last Word’ is Darien Library’s Friday Night Feature Film

Harriet is a retired businesswoman who tries to control everything around her. When she decides to write her own obituary, a young journalist takes up the task of finding out the truth resulting in a life-altering friendship. You can watch this Friday Night Feature at 6:30 or 8:45 p.m., Friday, June 9 in the Community Room. This 2017 film features Shirley MacLaine, Amanda Seyfried, AnnJewel Lee Dixon, Thomas Sadoski, Philip Baker Hall, Gedde Watanabe, Tom Everett Scott; Rated R; 108 minutes; Presented with Captions for the hearing impaired. __________

— an announcement from Darien Library

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Nazi Revolution lecture

Series of 4 Thursday Library Lectures on ‘Nazi Revolution’ Starts June 6

Join Mark Albertson, historical research editor at Army Aviation magazine and long-time member of the United States Naval Institute, for a series of lectures on the Nazi Revolution from 3 to 4 p.m. on Thursdays in June, beginning this Thursday, June 8, in the Community Room at Darien Library. Most attempts to chronicle the Third Reich seem wedded to the period of 1933-1945. __________

— an announcement from Darien Library

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A broader perspective for understanding Hitler’s Germany is hardly possible unless one engages in the formative years of the Nazi Movement, 1919-1934. From the demise of Imperial Germany to the Night of the Long Knives, this course will chronicle the Nazi Revolution. Week 1: The Stab in the Back — June 8

We begin our series with Armistice Day, followed by the descent of the German State into chaos.

Join Camp Darien’s Family Sing-Along on Friday, June 9

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Parents and children are invited to join the fun at “Camp Darien” (indoors, at the library) with a camp themed sing-along — led by your friendly librarian counselors and made fun by you! __________

— an announcement from Darien Library

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Join us in the Community Room from 11 to 11:30 a.m. on Friday, June 9. Open for all ages, no registration needed. (No, you won’t be able to toast marshmallows by an open fire.)

Children, teen, and adult programs are funded by contributions to the Annual Campaign for the Darien Library. Please contact the Children’s Library at 203-669-5235, or visit the Library’s website to view all the children’s programs.

‘In and Out’ is Darien Library’s Next Pride Film Fest Feature

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Darien Library’s “Pride Film Fest” continues with “In & Out” at 6:30 p.m. on Monday, June 12 in the library’s Community Room. Upon winning an Academy Award, actor Cameron Drake (Matt Dillon) honors his high school teacher, Howard Brackett (Kevin Kline), who he announces, before millions of viewers, is gay. This comes as news to Brackett’s parents (Wilford Brimley, Debbie Reynolds), his principal (Bob Newhart) and especially his fiancée (Joan Cusack). As a media blitz descends upon on his small Indiana town, Brackett attempts to convince everyone that he’s your average straight American male. This 1997 film features Kevin Kline, Joan Cusack, Matt Dillon, Debbie Reynolds, Wilford Brimley; Rated R; 108 minutes; Presented with Captions for the hearing impaired.

Your Guide to Studying for Finals at Darien Library

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We’re here with a friendly reminder that as we approach final exams for Darien High School, we expect a high volume of students at the Library starting at the end of May and continuing through early June. Here’s a Darien Library brochure for students with tips on how to get the most out of the library while studying (pro tip: Be super nice to the snack fairy.):

More students also means more cars in the parking lot, study room appointments in high demand, and elevated noise levels throughout the building due to collaborative study. __________

— an announcement from Darien Library

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We’ll try our best to make this as stress-free as possible, so feel free to ask us if you need anything! As always, earplugs will be available at the Reference Desk upon request. If you don’t feel like braving the hoards of students, have no fear — you can borrow items without coming to the Library!

Nazi Revolution lecture

Series of Four Lectures on the ‘Nazi Revolution’ at Library, Thursday Afternoons in June

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Join Mark Albertson, historical research editor at Army Aviation magazine and long-time member of the United States Naval Institute, for a series of lectures on the Nazi Revolution from 3 to 4 p.m. on Thursdays in June, beginning this Thursday, June 8, in the Community Room at Darien Library. Most attempts to chronicle the Third Reich seem wedded to the period of 1933-1945. __________

— an announcement from Darien Library

__________

A broader perspective for understanding Hitler’s Germany is hardly possible unless one engages in the formative years of the Nazi Movement, 1919-1934. From the demise of Imperial Germany to the Night of the Long Knives, this course will chronicle the Nazi Revolution. Week 1: The Stab in the Back — June 8

We begin our series with Armistice Day, followed by the descent of the German State into chaos.

Mary Simses and book Rules of Love etc 06-05-17

Win a Bike (with a Kickstand) as Darien Library Kicks Off Adult Summer Reading Program Saturday

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You’re invited to ride your way to Darien Library’s courtyard to meet author Mary Simses — and learn bicycle maintenance tips from experts. The event will kick-off the Library’s 2017 Adult Summer Reading program. Win a book, a bike, or some handy bicycle accessories. Refreshments will be served and books will be sold. The maintenance tips are from the experts at Schwinn Bicycle.

Darien Library’s ‘Secret Garden Gala’ Fundraiser This Saturday

Unlock the magic of the Library with a festive party in the courtyard — share an evening with friends, food and cocktails. This year our annual spring fundraiser features live music, silent and live auctions, cocktails, Two Roads, and Simply Creative Catering. All funds raised from the event will be dedicated to expanding library resources, including purchasing new books, technology, and supporting programs and guest speakers. Darien Library will be closed on Saturday, June 2 as librarians prepare for the evening gala fundraiser. Which author will join us in the coming year?